Construction decisions are rarely just technical. Here are the business pressures that drive them and why project managers need to understand them.
Technical knowledge still matters, but the best project managers are becoming more strategic. Here is what that shift looks like in construction.
Many project managers are strong on site and weak on the commercial side. Understanding contracts, cash flow, margins and risk is what makes a PM truly valuable to clients and employers.
Moving into a senior project manager role takes more than technical knowledge. These are the skills I believe recruiters and directors look for, and how to show them.
A building project is a business investment, whether it is a family home or a new store. The project managers who understand that make better decisions about cost, time and risk.